From fierce fighters with armor, sword & shield to gentles who do dainty embroidery, the Shire of Northover is a wondrous land filled with folk of courage, creativity & mirth.

Here we eagerly explore all aspects of Western European culture & history from the period known as the Middle Ages (pre-17th century).

We are but a branch of the great tree known as The Society for Creative Anachronism, Inc., a non-profit worldwide organization.

Here thou shall find many fine folk, who, like thee, enjoy exploring, learning & teaching about, and recreating the Best of Europe's past.

Our Society is populated with Kings & Queens, Princes & Princesses, Knights with their squires, Lords & Ladies, everyone from bards to merchants in fascinating array from Celts, to Vikings; from Gypsies to Elizabethans.

Thou wilt see the pageantry of grand tournaments as in days of yore, where brave men set sword against sword. Our events, which are organized & run by our members, usually include classes, competitions & children's activities that are often followed by a Court of the monarchs, candlelit period feast, bardic circles, drumming circles, & dancing.

In the Shire of Northover all areas of the arts & sciences are our domain from fencing, archery & other warrior sport to creating period style clothing; from coursing of the hounds to period cooking, brewing & vintning; from heraldry to herbology to medieval illumination & calligraphy. A list so long we can not speak it all, bounded only by imagination. Therefore ye shall find in addition to our monthly business meeting; monthly Arts & Sciences classes, Fighter, Archery & Fencing practice, socials & movie nights & a meeting of scribes called Scriptorium.

Along with our local Tournaments, the SCA holds many "Wars," & we in Northover are blessed to have just such a popular & exciting event nearby. Gulf Wars is held yearly for one week in mid-March. Over 4,000 members from many Kingdoms gather in Lumberton, MS to participate in mighty field battles & competitions, erect pavilions & establish encampments, dance & play music, attend classes, go a marketing at merchants row & much more. Also every fall season within the borders of our lands magically appears from out o' the mists of time, the Louisiana Renaissance Fair (Hammond, LA).

Come then, be not shy, join us in Making Merry in these, the current Middle Ages & experience all that the Shire of Northover & the SCA has to offer thee. To learn more of our monthly meeting or our events explore our links above. If what thou seekest is not herein, then please contact our Chatelaine (newcomers guide) or our Seneschal (Chairperson) or any of the friendly folk of Northover who will most gladly assist thee further in thy quest.